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  Here are the 'specs' to follow for your project:
You must provide your own art files, or you can let us design your project for a fee
 
Programs Supported: We need your files in Adobe Illustrator, Quark Express, Photoshop, PageMaker, or FreeHand, either for the Mac or PC, in order to provide the highest quality. If you have another format, be sure to convert the files to an accepted format prior to submission.  You must save all four color artwork for four color process printing. CD artwork can use pantone colors or CMYK. All spot color separations must include the appropriate Pantone number (PMS number).
 
UPC (Universal Product Code, or bar code):
We can supply you with a UPC code for a small fee. Let us know in your email, and we will include a bar code in the final quote.
 
Front Insert Panel (Front Sleeve)

Layout and fold options for front insert:

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2-Panel                  4-Panel                        6-Panel                       8-Panel Stapled           8-Panel Folded

The Front Insert slips in the front lid of the jewel case.  For additional panels, you will need to duplicate  the dimensions of one panel times the number you need.

Printed Size: 4  3/4" squared
Bleed Size   : No smaller than 1/8" and no bigger than 1/2"
 
Back Insert Panel (Tray Card)
 
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The Back Insert fits underneath the tray and is the back side of your CD.  The edges on the side are  folded up to create the printed edges in your jewel case. Four-color printing on both the outside and inside of the tray card must use a clear tray.

Total Width:  5  15/16"   (5  7/16" + 1/4" fold + 1/4" fold)

Total Height : 4   5/8"

Folded Edge Area:  1/4" on 2 sides

Bleed Size   : No smaller than 1/8" and no bigger than 1/2"

 
 
CD Face (Printing on CD)

This is what is printed on your CD.   This is a silk screen process using PMS (Pantone) colors, or it may be printed using CMYK if you are ordering 5 colors. (The 3 included plus 2 additional)

Be sure PMS colors are indicated in file.

Be sure that a color proof is provided.

Circle Diameter:  116 mm

Spindle Hole:  17 mm

Registration marks are required on all film including cross mark in the center

Text should be no smaller than 6 pt.

Do no leave template rules around the printed area or they will be printed on your disc.

A knockout ring is required between 32 mm and 35 mm diameter.  This area is not printable.